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🌿 Graphic foliage • 🏙️ Ideal for modern interiors • 💧 Likes humidity • 🌤 Soft light • 🐾 Non-toxic
The Calathea orbifolia, nicknamed peacock plant, is a true botanical work of art. Its large round leaves, finely striped with silver on deep green, capture the light and transform your interior into a soothing tropical haven.
Native to South America, this tropical plant grows under the canopy and adapts perfectly to indoor life. It embodies natural elegance and urban serenity: a must-have for your refined jungle.
Verdeia Tip: its foliage slightly changes position depending on the light — a poetic spectacle typical of Calathea.
Exposure & placement
Calathea orbifolia appreciates soft light and dimmed atmospheres, reminiscent of the tropical canopy from which it originates.
- Light: partial shade or filtered light, no direct sun.
- Ideal location: bright bathroom, living room, or bedroom.
- Avoid: direct sunlight that burns the leaves and overly dry areas.
- Atmosphere: it likes calm and slightly humid environments.
Watering & maintenance
Calathea orbifolia likes fresh and slightly moist substrates. It requires gentle attention, without excess water.
- Watering: regular (about once a week), let the surface of the soil dry slightly.
- Water: non-calcareous (rainwater, filtered or demineralized).
- Misting: frequent to maintain optimal ambient humidity.
- Fertilizer: mild, every 2 to 3 months during spring and summer.
- Cleaning: gently wipe the leaves to preserve their silver patterns.
Verdeia Tips
Some good habits to keep your Calathea orbifolia beautiful and vigorous:
- Humidity: place it near a humidifier or a group of plants to recreate a tropical atmosphere.
- Temperature: ideal between 18 and 26 °C, stable all year round.
- Air: avoid drafts and direct heat sources.
- Care: cut dry leaves at the base to stimulate growth.
- Substrate: use a light and well-draining potting mix (universal potting soil + coconut fiber or perlite).
These simple actions promote lush foliage and bright silver veins throughout the year.
Benefits & virtues
- Air-purifying: helps purify indoor air by absorbing certain toxins.
- Soothing: its broad and supple foliage promotes visual calm and relaxation.
- City-friendly: perfect for urban interiors seeking freshness and balance.
- Animal friendly: non-toxic to pets 🐾.
Decor ideas & associations
- Pair it: with a Spathiphyllum ‘Bingo Cupido’ for an elegant duo of foliage and flowering.
- Combine it: with a Maranta leuconeura or a Calathea Amagris for a harmonious graphic collection.
- Play contrasts: pair it with a Kentia Palm for a balanced tropical jungle effect.
- Solo: in a simple pot (anthracite, white, or terracotta), it becomes a central decorative piece.
Urban added value
🌿 Elegant, graphic, and soothing, the Calathea orbifolia embodies refined nature in an urban setting. Its spectacular foliage instantly transforms a modern space into a harmonious and relaxing tropical corner.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Calathea orbifolia
- Common name: Peacock plant / Calathea orbifolia
- Family: Marantaceae
- Origin: South America
- Type: Tropical indoor plant
- Foliage: Broad, round, light green with silver veins
- Adult height: 50 – 70 cm
- Pot diameter: Ø14 cm
- Exposure: Partial shade, soft light
- Watering: Regular, without excess
- Care: Moderate, easy with stable humidity
- Toxicity for animals: Non-toxic 🐾
Each plant is unique: the shades, shape, and density of the foliage naturally vary according to the light and season. The photos show a faithful example of its appearance.
Our Verdeia commitments
They embraced nature with Verdeia
Camille, Toulouse“I am amazed by the quality of the plant received! Careful packaging, impeccable foliage, and fast delivery. Thank you Verdeia”
Amandine, Lille“It was my first order and certainly not the last. The selection is varied and the plants radiate health.”
Giulia, Milan“I gave a Verdeia plant to my sister in Milan: perfect packaging and impeccable service. She loved the concept”
FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are carefully selected from our European partner producers.
Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected by breathable and secure packaging.
Each package is designed to ensure that your plant arrives in perfect health and without stress related to transport.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos shown are true to the variety and the announced size (pot diameter and approximate height).
Each plant being unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or shade may exist — that is what makes them so charming!
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery throughout Europe.
Plants are shipped from Monday to Wednesday to prevent them from being stuck over the weekend.
You receive a tracking link as soon as the package is dispatched.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package upon receipt, carefully remove the plant from its packaging and let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering it.
If it has slightly suffered from transport, it will quickly regain its shape after one or two days in the light.
Can I put this plant outside?
It depends on the species. Most indoor plants prefer a bright place without direct sunlight, while outdoor plants like more direct light.
Refer to the exposure advice in the product description to know if it is suitable for a balcony, a terrace, or indoors.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
If your plant appears to have suffered during transport, contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the problem.
Our team will take the time to assess the situation and find the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Your satisfaction and the health of your plant remain our priority 🌿.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, we do not accept standard returns.
However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge.
For any other case (order error, cache-pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.

